Your Chemistry Tutor - How to Help Them Learn

Your Chemistry Tutor - How to Help Them LearnDo you think that your Chemistry tutor has all the answers? I want to show you that the way to have a great teacher is to know how to help them learn. This guide will show you how to truly inspire your student.It was interesting to read the book 'How to Help Your Chemist at Phases Chemistry' by Caren and Lauren-Piney. It has been really fun learning about this book because it seemed like the teachers and tutors had some misconceptions that they had to be a certain way in order to be successful. Here is a quick review of how I feel about it.A good chemistry tutor should first of all know that there are different methods for teaching. You will also need to find out what your student wants so that you can provide them with the information that they will need. Here is what the authors teach their students.The first important step in getting a good tutor is to find one. Don't be afraid to ask your friend or even your parents if they can help yo u. Also, look for online help. You can usually find someone who can do this for you if you do some searching on the internet.Now that you have a mentor that you trust, you need to find out what type of student you want to tutor. In this guide, we will give you the tips and tricks on how to choose your student based on the personality of the student and the ability to put the subject matter in their head. The next step is to identify what phase the student is in.Next, you need to find out what the student wants. This will make a huge difference as far as the quality of the tutoring sessions. Here is how the authors explain it:Another major aspect of this book is to understand the student's relationship with the teacher. We always hear about how great the teachers are but how many students don't have teachers at all. There are many reasons why this happens.For example, a student may want to be taught by a specific teacher or a teacher who is right there at the school but they don't wa nt to be constantly making an effort to contact the teacher. In this book, we explain how this can happen and how to avoid it. Also, this book will help you figure out what kind of approach you need to make in order to get a student to communicate with you.

Teacher inspiration This years winner of the Global Teacher Prize

Teacher inspiration This year’s winner of the Global Teacher Prize “She’s like a hero to me. She really is.” These are the words used by a student at Alperton Community School in Brent, West London in the UK to describe his art and textiles teacher, Andria Zafirakou. Andria is not only a hero to this student, but to all of her students, to her colleagues, and to the community. She’s also the winner of the 2018 Global Teacher Prize. This prestigious $1 million US award is given out annually to a single teacher from anywhere in the world who’s judged to have made the most significant contribution to their profession. Having heard Andria’s story and understanding all she does to make sure every single one of her students reaches their full potential, we’re feeling pretty inspired here at Teach Away. We’re hoping Andria can inspire you, too. Here are some of Andria’s accomplishments at Alperton Community School that helped to define her as this year’s winner: Andria uses her role as an art and textiles teacher to communicate with her students in ways not bound by language and culture. This is imperative to a productive learning environment at Alperton due to the fact that approximately 35 different languages are spoken there and 85% of students speak English as an additional language. In a diverse multicultural neighborhood with poverty, gang activity and domestic violence, Andria goes above and beyond to protect her students. Not only does she personally accompany her students as they board their buses at the end of the day, but she works closely with local police and is acutely aware of any stirrings in her school’s backyard that could be signs of gang presence. She’s established a boxing club to provide students with an opportunity to grow their confidence and self-esteem, while staying healthy and off the streets. Andria leads the professional development charge at Alperton. In addition to constantly improving her own teaching skill set, she’s also taken it upon herself to provide opportunities for her colleagues to improve theirs. As a result, Alperton is one of only ten schools in the UK to earn the Quality Mark Platinum Award. For more on Andria’s incredible involvement at Alperton Community School, check out this video:

Do You Need A Babysitting Service?

Do You Need A Babysitting Service?Lansiing is a small town in Guangdong Province located on the mainland's east coast. In this small and famous area, there are many ways to obtain babysitting services by means of the Lansiing Grandparents Tutoring Program.Lansiing has an established and familiar babysitting service for kids. This program also allows you to learn about the issues of raising a child on your own. Because of this, a lot of people have started to do it by themselves. So, by paying fees for the tutoring program, you can learn more about raising a child on your own and you will be able to become a responsible and competent parent.The tutoring program includes practical experience for the students and it is different from those in other places. They all meet once every week, which is a very rare occurrence, because most parents in other areas do not have time to meet with their children as often as they would like. Instead, they prefer to send their children to babysitters, who can stay over and help their children with their homework or reading.There are many other reasons why the tutoring program has become so popular in the town of Lansing. Some of the factors include the advantages of being a mother and being trained at an educational center. Another advantage is that parents are able to help their children more effectively because they are able to learn the best ways of how to raise a child at home.Being a mom, you know that raising a child alone is hard. You will realize that your skills are great and that you can help your child as much as you can. The program teaches you everything you need to know about raising a child. It will enable you to get ahead in life because you will be able to spend more time with your child and you will be more confident in doing so.Parents can also experience a very interesting and amazing service that was built with the grandparents. During the time you will spend with your grandkids, you will be able to know more about their lives and their life in general. The program provides plenty of fun activities such as playing games and getting up and running. You will also be able to learn about the way your grandkids live and learn all about their school life.However, if you decide that this is not the right choice for you, then it is up to you to get a good babysitter from where you live and make sure you find a great service. Do not hesitate to ask your friends and relatives what they think of the babysitting service and if they have used one. This will give you a better idea of what you should do. By doing so, you will not just make it easy for you but you will also have a good place to go to when you want to have a good babysitting experience.

Chemistry Tutor Baths - Your Student Could Benefit From It

Chemistry Tutor Baths - Your Student Could Benefit From ItMany students who have not had any formal study at all, would be enticed by the idea of having a chemistry tutor bath. This could be one of the many great ways to boost their grades by being with a tutor. By having a chemical subject on hand, which they would need to take notes on, they would be able to think logically about the course material they are required to take.Nowadays, in order to obtain a chemistry qualification, it is absolutely essential to obtain a certificate or degree. However, this does not necessarily mean that a student will automatically qualify for a university degree. For the most part, the school they are applying to must accept that level.The hygiene of these students will also be looked upon as they have to get into a communal shower, thus having to prepare for washing, after class, as well as showering again. Often, they have to use the same equipment to wash up as their fellow students. Therefore, h aving a tutor to clean them up, could also be quite handy, especially for those students who are nervous about sharing showers with their peers.The only down side to the tutoring, is that there will not be enough hours in the day for them to complete the required number of lessons for the day courses. The day courses are usually long and require a lot of work from them, but the tutor bath could easily be able to meet the requirements.In fact, having a tutor's help in your student's bathroom could be rather helpful. This would definitely save the students, time, and money. Although the children's lessons would have to be completed, the tutor could still check off the task as completed for themselves.By having the assistance, they could still be able to turn around, finish all their daily homework, and then set off, just by getting to their destination in the morning. Not only that, but all the other tasks involved in preparing and taking notes could be finished whilst the tutor bath was taking place.A tutor can assist you in taking the course materials to be turned in, the preparation of all the lab papers, all the instructions on how to perform all the lab experiments and then the report can be completed, then submitted. This would be an immense advantage to all of the students. The tutor's help could prove to be very beneficial indeed.

How to Stay Active When You Work A Desk Job (Infographic) - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / How to Stay Active When You Work A Desk Job (Infographic) - Introvert Whisperer How to Stay Active When You Work A Desk Job (Infographic) The Rise of Sedentary Work Research from the University of Edinburgh has revealed that the average office worker now spends more time sitting down than pensioners. In 2019, many office jobs necessitate sedentary behaviour with employees looking at a screen for hours on end every day. Sedentary roles are on the rise, with physically active jobs now making up less than 20% of the workforce. The Dangers of Sedentary Work According to the WHO, physical inactivity is the 4th biggest killer of the modern world. In fact, health experts are now declaring that “sitting is the new smoking”. Medical studies have linked a sedentary lifestyle with a wide range of health issues such as weight gain, general unfitness, depression, diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Getting Exercise at Work: 5 Tips So how can you be more active at work? Here are five great ideas to get you started: One option is to switch your desk with a more physical-demanding alternative such as a treadmill desk, exercise ball, or standing desk? When possible, take the stairs instead of the elevator Rather than emailing a colleague, why not stroll over to their desk and talk to them instead? You could take meetings on the move West Wing Use your lunch breaks as an opportunity to take extra exercise by going for a walk or by going to the gym for a quick workout. Find Out More If your job involves prolonged periods of sitting, then you should certainly take a look at the infographic below from Hussey Fraser Injury Solicitors. This handy guide outlines the dangers of a sedentary work life and also provides some advice on how to incorporate more physical activity into your working day.

5 Fun Summer Ideas for Families to Learn Spanish Together

5 Fun Summer Ideas for Families to Learn Spanish Together Suzy S. Families: looking for creative ways to practice Spanish together now that summer is here? Read on as Sacramento tutor Allison H. shares a few of her fun ideas Summer is here, the warm temperatures and sunshine tempting us outside to pools, concerts, and neighborhood barbecues. With  so many fun things to do, it’s hard to buckle down and learn Spanish  outside your daily activities. But one of the keys to learning a language is practice, practice, and more practice. Whether you are worried about your student suffering summer loss, are gearing up for that vacation in Mexico, or just want some fun Spanish-language activities for the summer, here are a few ways to practice and learn Spanish that  will get  the whole family involved. 1. Listen to a song Music is a window into other cultures and languages, plus it’s good for pronunciation and vocabulary expansion. Listening and singing along to music in another language is wonderful for your pronunciation. Even if you don’t have a clue what the song is about, just singing along will help your mouth start to form the sounds of the language. Listening to music will also get your ears used to the sounds of the language. You’ll be surprised how many words you start picking out once you get started. So pull up YouTube and watch a few music videos from Latin American and Spanish bands. (Here are some great Spanish musicians to start with!) Extra credit: Write down 3-5 words you didn’t know and look them up! Here is one of my favorite tunes: 2. Catch up on the news Listening to the news provides a snapshot of everyday life in the country where it came from. Much like listening to music, listening to the news provides an excellent opportunity for comprehension practice and vocabulary expansion. Each time you listen, select 3-5 words to look up and add to your vocabulary practice. Check out  News in Slow Spanish   not only does it provide a newscast in slow basic Spanish, but it also includes a transcript so you can practice your reading comprehension as well. Extra credit: Discuss what you just heard, in Spanish, with a family member or study buddy! For more ideas check out these three simple steps for adding Spanish to your summer fun! 3. Get cooking Everyone loves to eat, so why not make it an opportunity to practice your Spanish? Visit Allrecipes Mexico  to pick out a delicious recipe, all in Spanish. How much can you understand on your own and how many of the words do you have to look up? Add the words you had to look up to your vocabulary practice. Now prepare and enjoy. Extra credit: Make your kitchen a Spanish-only zone while cooking the meal. Heres a great guide to Spanish cooking vocabulary from FluentU! 4. Put a label on it Make your house the classroom. Label your furniture and appliances in Spanish. The repetition of seeing those labels will help everyone in the family associate the words with the object. This can be helpful for students who struggle with connecting the words in a book to real life. Extra credit: Only refer to labeled objects by their Spanish name! Related Video: Learn How to Describe Family Members in Spanish 5. Take a walk…. with flashcards Now that you have all this new Spanish vocabulary, it’s time to practice it. My personal favorite vocab study technique, backed up by research, is flashcards. Research shows that flashcards help with memorization because they appeal to many learning styles (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic), force active recall (you have to remember the word from scratch without any context to hint at the meaning), and allow for self-directed study (you choose what you need to work on). Walking while you study has also been shown to help with retention, plus it’s more fun than sitting at home. So make up your flashcards and go for a walk. Extra credit: Take a study buddy and quiz each other! Heres a visual recap of these  ideas for practicing Spanish this summer: Readers, what other ways do you practice and learn Spanish with your families?  Let us know in the comments! Post Author: Allison H. Allison H. teaches Spanish in Sacramento, CA. She studied Spanish at Warren Wilson College and Spanish Language at La Universidad de Granada. She has been teaching since 2011. Learn more about Allison here! Photo by  Nestlé Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Singing and Athleticism Whats the Link

Singing and Athleticism Whats the Link Suzy S. When youre a singer and a performer, taking care of your vocal cords is essential to staying on top of your game. How much does staying in shape physically factor into that? Here, Gainesville, FL vocal teacher Anna F. tackles the question Stop a random passerby on the street, and ask them to describe an opera singer. The typical response includes horns, a breastplate, braids, and beneath all of the accoutrements an overweight singer. It is important for singers of all ages to understand the benefits of keeping both vocally AND physically healthy. From a hiring perspective, the importance of being in shape cannot be overemphasized. Opera productions have moved away from park-and-bark stagings, and are now moving to compete with the intense, dramatic acting of straight theater. Simply put, a singer must have the physical capability to easily get themselves around a stage (this goes double, if not triple for a singer with Broadway aspirations). In addition, many of opera’s most cherished heroines are supposed to be young girls, and/or even deathly ill (Mimi, Violetta, I’m looking at you). But being physically active and athletic is important beyond the stage. I firmly believe that there is a direct correlation between good health and good singing. A few years ago I (unwillingly) picked up running. Between grad school, an assistantship, a serving job, and rehearsals, I didn’t have time to go to a gym, so running seemed the best option for losing some weight. And I will swear on my life that the controlled breathing necessary to a successful run (and not feeling like you’re going to pass out at any given moment) contributed to my increased understanding and grasp of breath control in singing. All of a sudden it made sense â€" you couldn’t blow all your air right away and expect to make it through the phrase, let alone the next half-mile. While this seems fairly common sense, the idea is fairly abstract until you’re bent over, gasping for air and wishing you weren’t still two miles from home. I give all of my students the same advice: eat well, drink water, get plenty of sleep, and stay active. Nightly walks, running a few times a week, yoga in the mornings; pick one and stick with it! It will pay off in the long run. Anna F. teaches singing, Broadway singing, opera voice, speaking voice and acting lessons to students in Gainesville, FL. She received her Bachelors in Music from the University of Florida, and her Masters in Music from Christopher Newport University. Anna joined the TakeLessons team in December 2012. Learn more about Anna, or search for a teacher near you! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Tejas Prints

Home Tutoring Before and During Primary School

Home Tutoring Before and During Primary School Finding a Private Tutor for Younger Children in the UK ChaptersDiscovery with Home Tuition for the Little OnesLearning Letters and Numbers with Personal TutorsFind a Tutor who uses Sensory Teaching MethodsPrivate Tutoring: A Lot More than Child CareIs having extra one to one lessons useful before and during a child’s primary school years?Some consider this baby-sitting in disguise.With Superprof, private tuition for preschool and primary age children focuses on long-term advantages, as tutors familiarise children with the fundamentals of each subject.Academic tutoring services are definitely not baby-sitting.But is teaching young children ever unnecessary? A PISA report showed that the UK ranks 27th out of 70 countries when it comes to maths â€" so why not lend your child a hand and find them a tutor?Let’s have a look at all they ways that supplemental instruction from private lessons could help your under-11. CalumDrama School Entrance Teacher 5.00 (15) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToriSpanish Teacher 5.00 (1) £1 5/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliviaSchool support Teacher 5.00 (2) £21/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MarkESOL (English) Teacher 4.76 (17) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JenniferMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouiseAutoCAD Teacher 5.00 (3) £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RickyPercussion Teacher 5.00 (7) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicolasGuitar Teacher 5.00 (2) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MyriamOrganic chemistry Teacher 5.00 (13) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JonathanEconomics Teacher 5.00 (9) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Oluwakemi imoleMaths Teacher 5.00 (1) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AlexPhysics Teacher 5.00 (1) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamSinging Teacher 5.00 (14) £48/h1st lesson free!D iscover all our tutors ValentiniMusic reading Teacher 5.00 (2) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MilenaMaths Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RashmiEconomics Teacher 5.00 (1) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsDiscovery with Home Tuition for the Little OnesIn the first instance, it is important to consider that private tuition could be a good opportunity for young children to have a taste of new subjects.This is all about informally introducing them to different disciplines. Your child can, for example, see if they enjoy music by learning a new instrument. Lessons in dance, sports and even a foreign language can open up a whole world of discovery for young children.It is important that the child feels free to explore different horizons without the pressure or expectations of school.Home tutoring sessions must be fun and engaging for students, to give them the motivation to realise their full potential.For the little ones, tutors often prefer that parents stay and take part in activities. This promotes the sharing of ideas and discussion between parent and child.From the age of 4, children become slightly more independent. This is a good age for them to pick up a musical instrument or begin dance lessons, where they can gain a sense of rhythm and melody.Let kids discover in an informal way ¦ source: Pixabay - bodobeAt this young age, children will be getting ready to begin their academic careers, so it’s important that they view learning in a positive way. This can be achieved by teaching in a calm environment with playful methods.However, it is critical that children are not brought into an academic mindset too early, since this risks putting them off school in the future.The aim of opening up the world of learning to young children is to help them discover and develop an appreciation for the activity or subject in question.Kids learn by moving, playing and touching. In other words, they learn through p lay.Experiencing the world around them helps young children develop an understanding of numerous disciplines such as art and sport, which can indirectly lead to the acquisition of new skills.Taking lessons in music, dance or art lets children exploit their natural curiosity and creativity to reveal their talents and fulfil their potential.Calling on the help of a private tutor for this discovery allows children to experience a new sport, subject or musical instrument in a professional and focussed, yet calm and open setting.Learning Letters and Numbers with Personal TutorsFor primary school pupils attending infant or junior school, focussing on basic English and maths skills with a private tutor can help them get to grips with topics on the school syllabus, as well as making sure that they do not get left behind.In school, children are taught according to the national curriculum. In primary school, they learn the fundamentals of each subject, including spelling, reading comprehensio n, and counting.Having a good command of these basic skills will serve as a firm foundation on which to build their knowledge in the future. One to one tutoring gives them the opportunity to consolidate new knowledge and put it into practice.This is the reason why taking private lessons at a young age can have such an impact later on in a child’s academic career.A focus on learning and using basic skills and addressing any difficulties in the early years will provide learners with a strong start to learn more advanced topics in the future.So, taking private lessons alongside school study really can change everything.If your young child is showing signs of difficulty in a subject or you can see gaps in their learning, it is essential that these gaps are not allowed to widen upon starting school, where incomplete knowledge of the basics could cause problems later on at secondary school.Putting your child in driving seat of their learning will work wonders for their self-esteem and g ive them the motivation to do well.Home tutoring also enriches a child’s learning by delving deeper into subjects to explore the hows and whys of each detail. With this approach to learning, the child develops a desire to constantly learn and improve their skills, eventually growing up as a well-rounded individual.The individualised approach of a private tutor helps the learner understand their own learning style and develop effective revision strategies that can be used throughout their lives.The face to face relationship between tutor and tutee means children are free to ask any questions they may have about the course content, and in return, tutors UK provide helpful and well-explained answers.One to one tuition in maths and English helps students with three essential study skills: reading, writing, and arithmetic.Master reading, writing and arithmetic with the help of a personal tutor ¦ source: Pixabay - Kurt NiemansThese ‘3 R’s’ are of utmost importance in a child’s life. At the age of around 6 to 9 years old, grammar and homework help from an in-home educator guarantees that a child will fulfil their potential in learning and use newly acquired skills.so why hesitate to get in touch with a reading tutor, math tutor or start looking for writing tutors in your area? You could ask at the nearest tutoring center  to find the right tutor with a good hourly rate.Children benefit from support in addition to their formal education with quality teaching from a private tutor. Their methodology and regularity allows children to learn at their own pace in a calm environment where their personal progress can be tracked and teaching can be modified accordingly.Find a Tutor who uses Sensory Teaching MethodsThe best tutors can give and recommend workshops to help children discover their 5 senses.Sound, smell, touch, taste and sight are the five senses children use to make sense of the world around them and gain independence.Learning, whether general or academ ic, depends on the learner using their five senses. For this reason, private tuition can play a big part in academic success as it encourages sensory progress.In music workshops or classes, children and toddlers develop a sense of tone, rhythm and harmony using their sense of hearing. Music tutors introduce their students to the basics of music theory and how to play a given instrument.This type of teaching can begin at the age of 4 or 5 years old.Be sure to take care when choosing a teacher for these kinds of practical lessons. Find out what makes them the right person for the job, for example, find recommendations from other parents and introduce them to your child to make sure they like the tutor.A good relationship between teacher and pupil is essential to making significant progress at every level, beginner, Intermediate and advance.Depending on the age of your child, there are several options for sensory lessons:Tasting new foods in cookery workshops can surprise children’s taste budsThrough tasting, children discover the different flavours and smellsCookery workshops also help develop motor skills and creativityIn writing workshops, children exercise their imaginations and perfect their writing skillsArt workshops let children experience new materials, use of colour and stimulate inventivenessTaking a sensory approach to learning is particularly useful for children with specific learning difficulties (SpLDs) such as dyslexia, who benefit from receiving information through various channels.This type of learning encourages the use of all senses for processing information and shows children the fun side of learning.Private Tutoring: A Lot More than Child CareHiring a home tutor is a lot more than a way to keep your child occupied for an hour or so. One on one tuition gives your child the opportunity to take their learning further.Home tutors have all of the professional teaching skills of a certified teacher, which are recognised with a teaching diploma or certificate for completing another kind of course.Learning doesn't have to be pen and paper ¦ source: Pixabay - EfraimstochterTutors come from all backgrounds. They may be a former school teacher or adult educator, while others have experience in other professional areas which enables them to become a tutor.Private tutors can draw on the strengths and weaknesses of each child create an individualised learning plan  and are completely unlike babysitters, who don’t need to have any kind of teaching experience to do their job.At Superprof, we know that each of these professions is completely different from the other. This is why tutoring jobs with Superprof do not involve any sort of childcare or babysitting responsibilities. Some parents, however, still get the two concepts mixed up.Tutoring and babysitting require completely different skills. In addition to patience, tutors must have teaching abilities and a talent for helping children fulfil their potentials.The ‘private’ nature of in home tutoring means that the student benefits from the full, undivided attention of their tutor. Improved communication leads to better progress from which the pupil would not necessarily benefit without tutoring.The teacher is not there to entertain or look after your child. They represent a valuable way to help a learner take charge of their education and open the door to many opportunities.Mentoring from a private tutor help children to  succeed in the future.Find tutors on Superprof:Bristol tutorsLondon TutorsA level tutorsBirmingham TutorsEdinburgh tutorsOne on one tutoring gives students the best start in their education so that further on, they will have the right study skills to do their own effective test preparation in the run up to exams, or even act as a peer tutor themselves.Parents just want the best for their kids. When it comes to education, you want your child to achieve mastery of basic knowledge and academic skills which will serve them in future acad emic achievement. Private tutors aren't just reserved for students at school. Many people benefit from tuition all the way to university.You also want them to blossom in harmony with the world around them and not feel under pressure. So why hesitate to find them a tutor?

Learning How to Sing How Often Should I Take Lessons

Learning How to Sing How Often Should I Take Lessons Suzy S. Before you begin learning how to sing, youll need to find a teacher and schedule your voice lessons! But how often should you really be meeting with your instructor? Find out how to determine your needs create your perfect schedule, with these recommendations from  Forest Hills, NY and online teacher Claire W.: Working your way toward learning how to sing means gaining control of your voice and refining your ability to express yourself with song. It can be a challenging task, but as the saying goes, Nothing worthwhile is ever easy. Depending on your personal goals, learning how to sing can be a very long-term project. Because there are so many aspects to the skill, the frequency of your lessons depends on the goal you want to work toward and how fast. Keep in mind though, that developing the ability to sing on key and with control of your voice and breathing for a range of genres requires a bit of muscle and memory training. Any kind of music especially the type that uses your very own body as an instrument is extremely cerebral, and requires you to manage and control many different variables at once. But you can do it, and if you ever doubt yourself and think Im tone deaf! This is impossible?!, do keep in mind that tone-deafness is actually a recessive trait in humans, so your chances of actually being tone-deaf are low. This article will discuss the suggested frequency of your training per (1) type of training and (2) level of musical proficiency so that you can learn how to sing. Beginner to Intermediate Level   If you are a beginner at music, the first and foremost highest leverage thing for you to do when learning how to sing is to invest a lot of time in recognizing and copying the production of sounds from another instrument and identifying their names and tonal values. For example, as a helpful exercise your teacher might: (1) play a note for you, (2) tell you what its numeric or syllabic value is, and (3) give you feedback when you try to produce the exact sound with the number or syllable. You can benefit immensely from having ear training lessons once or twice a week, in addition to or in combination with a weekly voice lesson. Later on, more advanced ear training has you identify and reproduce the relationships between two tones or three tones in intervals, broken chords, or scales. Have patience with yourself, and expect the first few tries to be rocky, but dont give up! Remember you are literally training the synapses of neurons to form for sound recognition and reproduction. Because of this, frequent repetition of this training is highly recommended for all levels. Ear training is the first step in becoming a strong singer of any genre or style, and is something that all musicians and singers practiceâ€"even when they are at a professional level. I would suggest 60 minutes of ear training once a week until recognizing and reproducing tones or simple intervals becomes natural and automatic. Intermediate to Professional Level   If you are at an intermediate level of musical proficiency, learning how to sing will be much easier, because you’ve probably done a lot of ear training already. Now it’s time to populate your understanding of song with a lot of data. By data, I mean practicing songs from different genres and refining your understanding of your pitch range, sweet spots, and breaks in your voice. Once you are at an intermediate level, most students can move from ear training to focusing all on singing during your weekly lessons. One lesson a week however, does not excuse you from practicing for at least 30 minutes every day! When you practice on your own, you’ll be able to figure out how identify the little basic things in a voice that make an audience feel a certain way. The length of your lessons will depend on a few different factors. Professional Level Eventually, you’ll have gotten so much feedback, practiced so many songs, and listened to so many genres that you’ll be singing at a professional level. Huzzah! I can’t wait to see singing stars popping up and talking about this article being their inspiration to become singing stars. Keep in mind that even professionals still work with vocal coaches to continue improving even its just once a month or so. In closing, learning how to sing is like learning how to read, write, or speak. At a certain point, you’re just expanding your grasp of the expressive ‘vocabulary’ (e.g. a crescendo, diminuendo, or a trill) and eventually, you get to the point of familiarity that you start creating new vocal conventions and styles of your own, whether youre drawing inspiration from Beyoncé or Pavarotti. Always go through cycles of practice and rest, otherwise you can tire out your voice. Even Beyoncé has to do this! Grit through the beginner phase and you’ll be singing like a star in no time. Remember, everybody’s voice ends up being beautiful in the right context and there are so many genres to be appreciated, so never give up, find your sound, and keep on right on singing. Claire W. teaches music and tutors in Forest Hills, NY, as well as online. As a recent graduate of Columbia University, she majored in Applied Statistics and Psychology, and earned her  Texas  State  Teachers  Certification  in 2014.  Learn more  about Claire here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by michael_swan